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08/04/2025Ohio Department of Aging to Host Six Town Halls in August and SeptemberFeedback from town halls will be used to develop Ohio’s 2027-2030 State Plan on AgingThe Ohio Department of Aging (AGE) will host six town halls across Ohio in August and September. Older Ohioans, caregivers, providers, and others will have an opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions aimed at helping Ohioans live longer, healthier lives with dignity and autonomy. Read More |
06/09/2025Ohio Recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness MonthJune is World Elder Abuse Awareness Month, and the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) and Ohio Department of Aging (ODA) are reminding Ohioans to help seniors by being aware of the signs of elder abuse and how to report it. Read More |
05/12/2025Ohio Department of Aging Celebrates First-Ever Older Ohioans MonthThis May, Ohio is celebrating the first-ever Older Ohioans Month. Historically, Ohio has recognized May as Older Americans Month. However, earlier this year, Governor Mike DeWine signed a bill officially designating May as Older Ohioans Month in line with his continued commitment to older adults. Read More |
03/17/2025YSU Professor Testifies Before Ohio House CommitteeDan Van Dussen, graduate studies professor in health and rehabilitation science and current OAGE Board of Trustees Vice President, recently testified before the Ohio House Children and Human Services Committee. Read More |
02/12/20252026 Call for Abstracts to Open in August 2025Read More |
01/30/2025Ohio Department of Aging seeking nominations for Ohio Senior Citizens Hall of FameCrews started the demolition process Monday at the Madison Marshall Mall. The once crowded mall will no longer be an eyesore to the community. The mall has been closed since 2015 due to structural concerns. Read More |
01/15/2025Students Selected for 2025 Scholars in Aging ProgramOhio Department of Aging (ODA) Director Ursel J. McElroy announced today the 10 students from Ohio universities and colleges who have been selected as Scholars in Aging participants for 2025. Read More |
